Perfect Priestess Podcast

The polarized political climate is tearing us apart—friendships, families, and communities caught in a cycle of blame, outrage, and dehumanization. In this episode, we dive into the emotional and psychological toll of living in a divided world and ask: Is there a way out? Spoiler: Yes, but it starts with radical empathy, honest dialogue, and a willingness to listen beyond the noise. We explore how...

Loneliness is more than a passing emotion—it’s a silent epidemic with real consequences for your physical and mental health. In this episode, I go deep into my painful experience with loneliness and how I’m resolving it. I share some science behind how loneliness is a silent killer and how deeply it impacts your immune system, cardiovascular system, cognitive resiliency and overall health. More im...

Ever listened to a spiritual influencer and thought, “Wait... what did they actually just say?” You might’ve encountered word salad —vague, mystical-sounding language that sounds deep but means nothing. In this episode of the Perfect Priestess podcast, we’re exposing the dark side of spiritual spaces: where narcissism hides behind “high vibes” and manipulation is masked as enlightenment. From gasl...

The goddess movement? It might not be as empowering as it seems. In T oxic Femininity II , I'm busting myths and calling out the sparkly spiritual fluff that’s keeping women stuck. You’re not a goddess—and that’s a good thing. Trying to embody an idealized archetype can distract you from healing your emotional wounds and becoming your most grounded, loving, powerful human self. And that whole #f*c...

Money is more than numbers—it’s energy. In this episode, we explore how your beliefs, upbringing, and mindset shape your relationship with money. If you grew up with financial fear or scarcity, you’re probably holding unconscious blocks around prosperity. We’ll unpack the idea that poverty is a “mind virus,” examine your personal Prosperity Matrix, and ask powerful questions about how you perceive...

This is my most vulnerable podcast. I’m telling the truth about wearing a mask for 17 years. The truth is that I’ve had a horrible chronic illness that’s made almost every single day of these last seventeen years a struggle. There have been many days I’ve felt half dead and many days I’ve wished for death. I’ve been wearing a mask of “normalcy” just to get through each day. Most days there are man...

Grab your headphones as we rewind to the ‘90s covering my 30 years as an IT industry insider, when the tech motto “move fast and break things” smashed something priceless: emotional intelligence (EQ). Nerd culture ruled the code caves, but EQ got left in the recycle bin— and today’s tech titans are still running that outdated operating system. From tone‑deaf algorithms to dangerous Mars-orbit egos...

Buckle-in for this no-holds-barred podcast serving up hot takes on how America got fat, sick, and pharma-fed. It all started with a government committee in 1976 pushing bogus nutrition guidelines, greased by corporate interests. Fast forward to today: we’re jabbing ourselves with GLP-1s and wondering what went wrong. Spoiler: Big Food made us hungry, Big Pharma wants us hooked, and it’s all about...

Let’s talk about the sacred-sounding lie that keeps too many people stuck: “Everything happens for a reason.” Sure, it sounds wise—but it’s often just spiritual bypassing in a sparkly disguise . In this episode, we rip the Band-Aid off and dive into why this phrase can be more harmful than healing. Real growth and acceptance? It requires feeling the hard stuff in-the-moment, not sweeping it under...

Confident, direct and unapologetically driven to expand —the Alpha Female isn’t a threat; she’s a solution. In a world where toxic femininity encourages victimhood and blame, the alpha woman leads with purpose, empathy, accountability, and resilience . When she embraces femininity without weaponizing it, she proves that strength and softness can coexist. How does that work? Listen in and I’ll show...

Female empowerment is essential for the health of every culture—but what happens when it turns into man-bashing, victimhood, and deflection ? In “ Victimhood & Villains: Raw Truths About Toxic Femininity ,” I dig into the ways women unknowingly sabotage themselves, from blaming men for everything to embracing a "helpless damsel" mindset instead of real growth. Are we fighting for equality or j...

The life coaching industry promises transformation, success, and unlimited potential—but what happens when the “coaching” is mostly smoke and mirrors? In Coached to Confusion , I expose the toxic positivity, empty promises, poor quality and overpriced pep talks lurking behind the scenes. From unavailable, unqualified gurus to manipulative sales tactics, we break down the red flags, the hype, and t...

Charm, confidence… and a hidden agenda? Narcissism is everywhere—from the workplace to relationships to that one friend who somehow makes everything about them. In this podcast, I pull back the curtain on narcissism: what it is, how to spot it, and how to protect yourself from its toxic, sticky goo. I’ll introduce some psychology, share revealing stories, and give you tools to easily handle narcis...

Perfectionism—it makes your work flawless … or makes you stare at it for hours, questioning your life. In this episode, I unpack the pros and cons of chasing perfection , from the high standards that inspire us to the Mt. Everest expectations that make us feel cray-cray. Is perfectionism helping you thrive or secretly turning you into a judgement-bot? I’ll break down the psychology behind it, shar...

Hola, I’m Theresa! I’m a mom, psychic, medium, spiritual teacher, ayahuasca ceremony guardian and oh, so much more! My lifelong ability to communicate through multiple dimensions, plus more than 3 decades of study in personal growth and human potential, allow me to help others learn the art and science of self-love, self-trust and intuition. In this episode, I share my background, and the reasons...

Hello, welcome, and bienvenue to the Perfect Priestess Podcast where we embrace imperfection! I’m Theresa Schlee Valenzuela and I’m a revolutionary idealist focused on collective liberation. I'm here to share the wisdom I’ve gained from decades studying human potential, spirituality, relationships, vibrant health, sacred geometry and image consulting to help you feel more empowered and live with m...